Trump's Offshore Wind Project Cancellations Spark Community and Industry Backlash

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Trump's Offshore Wind Project Cancellations Spark Community and Industry Backlash
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The Trump administration has canceled $679 million in federal funding for U.S. offshore wind port projects, impacting industry growth and jobs, despite the Biden administration's support for renewable energy expansion. This move is part of broader opposition to wind power, affecting projects across the country, including significant investments in ports like Humboldt Bay, California, which aim to develop offshore wind infrastructure and create high-paying jobs. The industry faces uncertainty amid political and financial challenges, but demand for renewable energy remains high.

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